Reef sandals
After a hard day on your board, your feet might need some tender loving care as you trudge back along the beach. The soles of these sandals have a comfortable EVA panel, similar to those inside trainers, and are waterproof; £34.99. Phone 01234 673 666.

Gucci Surfboard
Last summer, it was the frisbee; this year, it's surfing. But the Gucci surfboard is not a triumph of style over substance. There is a fibreglass coating over a silmar polyester resin external layer and a Clark foam interior. It comes in two lengths, the shorter being for advanced surfers. Available to order from Gucci, 18 Sloane Street, London SW1. This model £1,205. Phone 020 7235 6707.

Gul Wetsuit
There are too many warming features to mention on this Shorti wetsuit from Gul. The titanium mesh will keep you cosy without weighing you down while the Glideskin neck seal is your best protection against freezing water sloshing against your body. Gul Shorti, £89.95. Phone 01208 72382.

Boots Soltan Orange Face Stick
Serious Cornish surfers might sneer at the Antipodean tendency to wear Day-Glo sunscreen. But on a seriously cold Cornish day, it might cheer you up. Boots Soltan orange face-stick, SPF 50, £5.49. Phone 0845 0708090.

Qstix Wax
Prevent embarrassing spills off your board by using a good wax. It helps you stick to the board and makes it easier to get hold of if you come off. Qstix wax, £1.50 each from Quiksilver. Phone 020 7836 6350.